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Laboratory Technician at UPMC
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States -
Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

25 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

PCR, Cloning, Gene Sequencing, Molecular Assays, Microbiological Assays, Troubleshooting, Analysis, Specimen Preparation, Supply Management, Laboratory Equipment Maintenance, Data Documentation, Sterility Testing

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description
The laboratory studies a Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) bacterial pathogen. The employee is expected to maintain a safe working environment, perform a variety of laboratory experiments and procedures, prepare specimens, keep a thorough laboratory notebook, oversee supply management, and operate and properly maintain equipment. Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree and minimum of 1 year experience that includes microbiology. · Performs a variety of laboratory techniques, including PCR, cloning, gene sequencing, molecular assays, microbiological assays, troubleshooting, and analysis. Ensures conformity to specifications. · Identifies, prepares, stores, and catalogues specimens. · Oversees supply management: ordering, procurement, tracking estimates, and receiving items. · Operates and maintains applicable laboratory equipment for job functions. · Keeps detailed, accurate, and timely data and log books. Organizes and documents results. · Maintains, calibrates, cleans, and tests sterility of laboratory equipment. The job duties outlined in this job description include common job responsibilities for this title and level of jobs and are not intended to cover every duty. The University reserves the right to assign other duties to employees that are not listed in this job description.
Responsibilities
The Laboratory Technician will perform a variety of laboratory experiments and procedures related to a BSL-2 bacterial pathogen. Responsibilities include maintaining a safe working environment, overseeing supply management, and operating laboratory equipment.